About this tool
Count words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences and paragraphs as you type, plus an estimated reading time. Handy for essays, social posts, SEO meta descriptions and anything with a length limit.
Frequently asked questions
How is reading time estimated?
It assumes an average reading speed of about 200 words per minute and rounds up to at least one minute.
Does it count spaces?
Yes — it shows total characters including spaces, and a separate count with spaces removed.